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With Kabul finally at peace, luxurious homes gain appeal
Though most Afghans may be struggling to make ends meet, some are investing cash in high-end real estate.
New Jersey city ends fight over its eroding beaches
A聽New Jersey resort community聽whose residents have lived in fear of being wiped out by the next big storm will end a battle with the state over the condition of its beaches and protective sand dunes.
Building icons: how communities shape monumental projects | Opinion
From iconic bridges and skyscrapers to vibrant community spaces, the secret to enduring success lies in building support from the ground up through strategic communication and robust community engagement.
Positivity paradox: balancing optimism and honesty in a workplace | Opinion
A toxic positivity loop can play out in the workplace, especially now that employees are more informed and seeking more transparency than ever.
Joe Churchville | Walsh Construction Co.
Joe Churchville joins Walsh Construction Co. as a project engineer, bringing leadership experience from the industry and his career in the U.S. Army.
Sidney Zabell | Walsh Construction Co.
Sidney Zabell joins Walsh Construction Co. as a project engineer. She is a recent University of Oregon graduate with a Bachelor of Architecture degree.
Affordable housing project advancing in Tigard
Crews will soon start constructing Woodland Hearth, a 66,372-square-foot building with 63 apartments, near the Tigard Triangle.
Kirsten Justice | Opsis Architecture
Kirsten has been promoted by Opsis Architecture to associate principal. She has over 20 years of interior architecture experience.
Isaac Harris | Opsis Architecture
Opsis Architecture has promoted Isaac Harris to associate principal. He has over two decades of experience.
Campus overhaul proposal approaching approval
The Historic Landmarks Commission on Monday weighed in on an updated plan to build Jefferson High School anew in North Portland.
Negotiating insurance provisions for commercial landlords | Opinion
Commercial landlords should never overlook the 鈥渂oilerplate鈥� language of a lease, especially the insurance provisions. To protect landlords鈥� real estate assets, carefully crafted insurance provisions are essential.
Portland permit customers decry delays, difficult process
Portland Permitting & Development has released the results of a survey of 465 building permit customers that was conducted in June.
News
- $960,000 office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 10, 2026
- Two projects in historic districts in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 10, 2026
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
Commentary
- Expecting a big bang but witnessing only a whimper | Opinion
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
